1999 Holden Vectra vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Vectra (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Primera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
